Physical Security Information Management (PSIM) - News

Ava Security, the globally renowned pioneer in unified security solutions, announced the launch of its new Cloud Connector A750 product, to make customers' existing cameras smart with uniquely scalable real-time AI (Artificial Intelligence), adding cloud-based management and analytics to existing systems and devices. Ava Cloud Connector A750 The new A750 is the fifth model in the Cloud Connector range, with Ava Security expanding its portfolio, so as to meet its customers’ growing securi...

Hikvision’s HikCentral Professional platform provides a centralized software solution to remotely view and manage all facets of an organization’s integrated physical security systems. The advanced platform delivers vast integration and management capabilities for video surveillance, access control, video intercom, and various specialty solutions, such as under vehicle surveillance, along with a host of embedded intelligent analytics and system analysis tools. HikCentral Professiona...

Ramtech, the innovative UK wireless safety and security solutions business, has been bought by Halma plc. The acquisition by Halma will support Ramtech’s ambitions to enter new global markets and invest in a substantial product roadmap. Halma plc is a global group of life-saving technology companies, whose purpose is to grow a safer, cleaner and heathier future for everyone, every day. Ramtech will join a number of companies in the safety and fire detection markets, which are part of Halm...

Crossword Cybersecurity Plc (Crossword), the technology commercialization company that is focused on cyber security and risk management, is pleased to announce, subsequent to its oversubscribed 5.0 million pounds fundraising, the acquisition of the whole of the share capital of Stega UK Limited (Stega), the threat intelligence and monitoring company, referred to in Crossword’s announcement of 28 July 2021, has completed the transaction. Stega acquisition The Stega acquisition offers Cros...

Security and IT teams have recently been facing a tidal wave of highly publicized breaches stemming from unpatched vulnerabilities, such as the attacks originating from a zero-day Windows printer spooler vulnerability dubbed ‘PrintNightmare’ (CVE-2021-34527). These software vulnerabilities are a major threat vector that security teams need to address. They are excited to announce the launch of the vulnerability management module for VMware Carbon Black Cloud Endpoint. By adding vuln...

3xLOGIC, Inc., a provider of integrated, intelligent security solutions, will host an upcoming webinar to showcase its latest video releases in thermal imaging, camera analytics, VIGIL CLOUD features and enhancements, and more for dealers and integrators. During the hour-long webinar, scheduled for Thursday, August 12, at 2 p.m. ET, the company will introduce several new products and updates. Additionally, 3xLOGIC will also provide insight into how dealers can position and sell these new soluti...

Security and Safety Things GmbH announces it now offers 100 unique video analytic applications in its application store, further strengthening its position as the largest open platform application store for smart security cameras in the world. The Security & Safety Things’ (S&ST) Application Store now features 100 ready-to-use apps that offer video analytic solutions for retail, manufacturing and logistics, commercial office space, parking, and stadium environments, with more apps...

Nexperia, the expert in essential semiconductors, is pleased to announce that it has received a prestigious Bosch Global Supplier Award for 'purchasing of direct materials – mobility solutions'. Winning the award for the second time in a row is a testament to Nexperia's long-standing collaborative relationship with the global supplier of technology and services Bosch, including early-stage product development to overcome the challenges the automotive industry is facing. "With the Bosch Gl...

New NDAA compliant Wisenet Pentabrid video recorders just launched by Hanwha Techwin are designed to extend the life of existing analog based CCTV, while providing a smooth and cost-effective migration to an IP network based video surveillance solution. Combinations of analog or IP cameras up to 4K ultra high definition can be connected to the new Wisenet Pentabrid 4, 8 and 16 channel video recorders, with a simple onboard software switch enabling users to convert any channel from analog t...

Nineteen Group, organizers of International Security Expo and International Cyber Expo, announces a program of initiatives for international buyers to help facilitate face-to-face meetings and new business connections at this year’s events. In conjunction with Department of International Trade’s UK Defense & Security Exports, Nineteen Group will roll out a program of in-person and virtual participation of delegations from around the world. This follows the success of the vaccina...

SALTO Systems, a globally renowned manufacturer of electronic access control solutions, showcased exciting new products and industry-specific access control solutions at ISC West 2021, which took place in July, in Las Vegas, Nevada. Highlights at SALTO Systems’ Booth 9061 at the ISC West 2021 event include: Information on new products, including the tough IP68 certified Neoxx padlock and the XS4 One Deadlatch for aluminum framed glass storefront doors. Users can deploy MyLock configura...

SALTO Systems has increased focus on delivering industry-specific smart access control solutions for varied verticals. A few of note include: Education SALTO delivers next-generation access control solutions for schools, colleges, and universities, which can help manage and control educational environments better. They balance security with accessibility, and advanced technology with affordability. SALTO wire-free, smart tech access solutions deliver safe, welcoming campuses in educational fa...

For more than 25 years, ADI Global Distribution has been the pioneer security and low-voltage distributor professionals rely on. ADI assists with systems design, configurations, and product selection for any project. ADI’s pre-application support team members have an average of 20 years of industry experience and a customer approval rating of 98 percent. ADI has a team dedicated to programming IP products so that you can reduce labor costs. By letting ADI handle programming for products,...

TRENDnet Inc. (TRENDnet), a globally renowned company in reliable SMB and consumer networking, and surveillance solutions, has announced the introduction of TRENDnet Hive, an advanced network cloud manager that is designed to save users on both - cost and time, by simplifying and centralizing network management and monitoring. Easy remote access Hassle-free remote access and management is made possible with TRENDnet’s reliable cloud service (and free mobile companion app, which is coming...

Interface Security Systems, a managed service provider delivering business security, managed network, UCaaS and business intelligence solutions to distributed enterprises, announces that it has appointed Bud Homeyer as Executive Vice President - enterprise solutions. Having worked as an IT and security leader for consumer-facing brands like Michaels, Brinker, and Bank of America, Homeyer has a proven track record of solving complex enterprise-wide challenges to drive growth, productivity, and p...

In the wake of an unprecedented increase in reports of violence and abuse towards frontline workers, body worn video systems provider, Reveal Media and lone worker protection specialists Peoplesafe have entered into a strategic partnership to provide public-facing workers with a body camera solution designed to record all incidents. Initially adopted by the police force, body worn video technology is starting to be adopted by other industries, from healthcare providers such as ambulance staff t...

Allegion, a globally renowned provider of security products and solutions, has announced the launch of the LCN 6400 COMPACT series low-energy automatic operator for touchless access and accessible operation on interior doors. LCN 6400 COMPACT series Designed for use in a variety of institutional and commercial facilities, it is the only auto operator on the market that has the ability to easily convert existing LCN 4040XP mechanical door closers to touchless solutions, for automated opening an...

ISC West 2021, in collaboration with premier sponsor, Security Industry Association (SIA), took place last week from July 19-21, 2021, at the Sands Expo & Convention Center, in Las Vegas, serving to accelerate market recovery and re-define the roadmap ahead for the security & public safety industry, after a year-plus hiatus of large scale, in-person events. ISC West 2021 Noting the buzz of positive energy, enthusiasm and excitement throughout the three-day event, ISC West customers tes...

Securitas, an intelligent protective services partner, has agreed to acquire Tepe Güvenlik A.S., an electronic security company in Turkey. Through this acquisition, Securitas becomes number two in the monitoring market in Turkey, and the acquisition is in line with the group’s strategy of doubling its security solutions and electronic security sales by 2023. The purchase price is approximately MEUR 10 (MSEK 100) on a debt-free basis. Electronic security solutions In 2020, Tepe G&uu...

International Security Expo is returning to Olympia London, in London, United Kingdom, in September 2021, with a range of pavilions and zones, each dedicated to a particular field of security, in order to help visitors navigate the show with ease. One of the zones, the Disaster & Resilience Zone, will combine the latest innovations in crisis management with a comprehensive education program. International Security Expo 2021 Attendees will be able to network face-to-face with the zone&rsqu...

Security and Safety Things GmbH and Prosegur, one of the largest security companies in the world, have announced their collaboration on the development of a new Security Operations Center (SOC) environment, leveraging the intelligence of innovative Artificial Intelligence infused video analytics and the expertise of Prosegur human operators to improve security services for customers around the globe. Prosegur will incorporate innovative, AI-infused video analytic applications from the Security...

SureCloud, a provider of IT governance, risk, and compliance (IT GRC) cloud-based solutions, has launched an innovative go-to-market approach for its customers to help simplify and de-risk their investment in IT GRC. The new approach has been devised as a response to typical industry pain points, such as failed implementations and additional, unforeseen services costs, that make investments in GRC technology risk for customers who find it almost impossible to ‘futureproof’ their sol...

ONVIF, the global standardization initiative for IP-based physical security products, has announced that it will end its support for Profile Q early next year since it contains certain specifications that are no longer consistent with current cyber security best practices. Profile Q Profile Q was developed to provide an easy setup of a conformant device on an IP network. It requires a Profile Q conformant device to allow anonymous access to all ONVIF commands, during the setup process in the f...

Comelit Group, as a founder partner to The Security Event, is excited to return to exhibit with the launch of the latest integrated solutions, comprising an array of smart security and fire safety systems for residential and commercial premises. On stand 3a/B10, Comelit will be presenting its new Logifire addressable panel, which has been designed to offer a simple to install, fire safety solution that is compliant with to latest standards. It is complemented with a new range of detectors, offe...

Business email compromise (BEC) is the most significant cybersecurity threat to enterprise organizations, with $1.8 billion in reported losses in 2020 alone. This type of email attack occurs when a cybercriminal uses social engineering to impersonate a trusted contact—typically an executive, coworker, vendor, or partner—to steal money or valuable information. Because these emails rarely contain malicious links or attachments, they are difficult to detect by standard email security p...

Aqua Security, the pure-play cloud-native security solutions company, has announced the availability of its new Aqua Platform, with a unified console to ease the journey from scanning and visibility to workload protection in cloud-native environments. Aqua Platform The new Aqua platform reduces administrative burden and allows security teams to start with scanning and cloud security posture management (CSPM) capabilities, then add in sandboxing capabilities and workload protection as needed. T...

APi Group Corporation (APi Group) is pleased to announce that it has entered into a definitive agreement to acquire the Chubb Fire & Security Business (Chubb) from Carrier Global Corporation for an enterprise value of US$ 3.1 billion, which is comprised of US$ 2.9 billion cash and approximately US$ 200 million of assumed liabilities and other adjustments. Chubb Fire & Security Headquartered in the United Kingdom, Chubb has approximately 13,000 employees globally and a sales and service...

Traka is attending The Security Event 2021, to showcase its latest intelligent solutions in key and equipment management, together with powerful integration capability to improve sector productivity, security and accountability. TrakaWEB software On stand 3a/H50, Traka will be presenting its latest generation TrakaWEB software, offering remote administration with the benefits of faulty item exchange, curfew, and fleet management, together with full audit control capability. It can be recorded...

Integrated security manufacturer, TDSi is proud to announce its forthcoming appearance at The Security Event 2021, the major UK commercial, enterprise, and domestic security event, which will take place from September 7 - 9, 2021, at the NEC Birmingham, in Birmingham, United Kingdom. As one of the first major UK security sector events since the pandemic, TDSi will be proudly showcasing its latest products, including the newly enhanced TDSi GARDiS range of hardware and software systems. TDSi GA...

CloudSense, the renowned provider of the world's most powerful Configure, Price, Quote, (CPQ) engine, has announced the appointment of Brian McCann as the new Chief Product Officer (CPO). Brian's addition to the team underlines the company's focus on product innovation across end-to-end revenue operations. AI, security and core network expert Brian McCann joins from Nokia Software, where he worked as the Chief Product Officer and Chief Technology Officer Brian McCann joins from Nokia Software...